Airport Reception City Tour, Viewpoint Circuit, and Experience

Aeropuerto de Chachapoyas - Upon arrival at Chachapoyas airport, guests will be transferred to their hotel. The remainder of the morning is free for relaxation and acclimatization.

Distrito de Huancas - At 14:00, guests will be picked up from their hotel and transported to the town of Huancas, a former Mitimae settlement. The inhabitants were relocated during the Inca conquest to the Chachapoya territory. Huancas is a must-visit destination for connecting with nature, offering stunning landscapes, canyons, archaeological sites, and an immersive experience with the local community, where visitors can enjoy and participate in their customs and ancestral activities.

Mirador del Cañon de Huancas Sonche - Situated in Huancas, this viewpoint is built on a mountain ridge, offering views of the Sonche Canyon. The canyon, approximately 980 meters deep, is carved by the Sonche River for about 11 kilometers until it merges with the Utcubamba River. This site provides a serene connection with nature, allowing visitors to enjoy the landscape and absorb the tranquility and energy of the place. Shortly after, the tour will proceed to the next destination.

Mirador LA GOYA - This viewpoint blends natural geological formations with modern architecture, creating a perfect harmony that allows visitors to appreciate the surrounding landscape, including the Sonche Canyon, archaeological sites, and cultivation terraces, which are part of the Chachapoya cultural heritage. After enjoying the tranquility and beauty of the location, the tour will continue to the next site.

Mirador de Huanca Urco - After a brief journey through an extensive pine forest (reforestation), the tour arrives at Huanca Urco, located at the northern end of the Huancas hill. From here, visitors have a privileged view of the Utcubamba River canyon and the Luya valley. With binoculars, one can observe the “Pueblo de los Muertos” archaeological site and the Gocta Falls. From this viewpoint, the pre-Hispanic road (Capac Ñan) descends to the canyon’s bottom. Minutes later, the tour visits the Huanca Urco archaeological site, located atop the mountain, surrounded by a perimeter wall. The center features a rectangular structure and other constructions from the first Huancas Mitimae occupations, with a guided tour included.

Distrito de Huancas - Huancas Pottery Experiential Experience. Craft pottery is a significant activity for the locals, historically supplying ceramic dishes to nearby towns and provinces. Today, ancestral techniques are still used to create clay objects. Visitors will visit a potter’s home to observe and participate in each stage of pottery making, experiencing the ancestral customs of the local community. The tour then returns to Chachapoyas.

Chachapoyas - From the Luya Urco viewpoint, the city of Chachapoyas is visible. Accompanied by a guide, visitors will learn the history of each tour location. The tour includes a visit to the Independence Square, where artisans will warmly welcome guests and proudly showcase their walnut crafts, sharing the story of their craft’s beginnings. The tour continues along “El Comercio” street (Amazonian twig), one of Chachapoyas’ oldest areas, featuring colonial-era houses with beautiful floral balconies. The tour concludes at the main square, followed by a transfer to the hotel.

Kuelap Fortress in Cable Car

Fortaleza de Kuelap - At 09:50, guests will be picked up from their hotel and transferred to the fortified citadel of Kuelap. En route, the archaeological site of Macro, with its rhomboid and zigzag friezes, will be observed. The journey continues to Nuevo Tingo village, where a lunch break is taken before proceeding to the boarding station. A bus will transport guests to the cable cars, and after a 22-minute ride, they will arrive at the Malca tourist stop. From there, a 30-minute walk leads to Kuelap, where visitors can explore narrow passageways flanked by circular houses adorned with stone friezes, ceremonial sites, and tombs hidden within the walls. The citadel’s protective walls, reaching up to 20 meters high, are impressive. After lunch, the tour returns to Chachapoyas.

Gocta Falls

Cocachimba - At 09:00, guests will be picked up from their hotel and travel 45 kilometers to the village of Cocachimba. After an hour’s journey, they will arrive at Cocachimba, where a restaurant visit is planned to reserve lunch. A 5 km walk (approximately 2 hours each way) to the Gocta Falls follows.

Catarata de Gocta - The Gocta Falls, considered the third highest in the world, stands at 771 meters, divided into two drops. Its diverse flora and fauna, including various bird species, some endemic, make it a must-visit destination. Reaching the waterfall’s base is an unforgettable experience that rejuvenates the spirit and body. After enjoying the site and taking photos, the tour returns to Cocachimba for lunch, followed by a return to Chachapoyas. Arrival in Chachapoyas is at 17:00.

Transfer Out Hotel Chachapoyas Airport

Chachapoyas - Transfer to Chachapoyas airport at the scheduled time. END OF SERVICES

• Cable car ticket
• Tourist guide
• Lunch
• In-vehicle air conditioning
• Entries

• Domestic air and/or ground tickets
• Personal expenses
• Horses for the excursion to Gocta Falls
• Lodging in Chachapoyas

This exceptional package offers a deep dive into the history and traditions of Chachapoyas. Enjoy a hands-on experience in the pottery town of Huancas, where skilled potters will share their expertise as they meticulously shape clay. While crafting your own creations, let your imagination soar. Shortly after, explore the breathtaking Sonche Canyon, Utcubamba Canyon, and the stunning viewpoints of La Goya and Huanca Urco, all of which will leave you in awe of the surrounding beauty. Discover Kuelap, the largest pre-Inca fortified citadel in northeastern Peru, encircled by stone walls towering 20 meters high, safeguarding over 500 circular homes. Kuelap is an essential destination. The journey to Gocta Falls is a truly unique and unforgettable experience. Standing at 771 meters, it is the third highest waterfall in the world and one of Peru’s natural wonders, offering a paradise for birdwatching and more.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.